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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 27, 1953
Page
2
A letter argues against more hospitals and national health insurance. It notes Hamilton General Hospital closed a ward for a year due to nurse shortages and cites a New York state hospital adding capacity but lacking staff. The writer urges home care and personal responsibility to improve health outcomes rather than shifting the burden to the state.
The piece argues Labor Day honors workers and unions but also broader national effort. It notes Canadians from president to office boy will holiday on September 7 and urges reflection on labor's role in building a prosperous country for families and future generations.
A Vancouver visitor describes a large Pacific coast housing build program and nationwide home expansion. Despite growth many areas show vacant houses while cities fill in, and people prefer living in groups near neighbors, with Canada expanding yet room remains within its broad borders. The piece argues Canada offers space and freedom compared with crowded lands abroad.
Bowmanville’s James family celebrates 76 years in the weekly paper, with M A James, George as editor, and descendants Johnnie and Bill in the business. The Statesman nears 100 years, with 77 held by the James line in Bowmanville. Fergus News-Record also marks a centennial. the Templein family has run the Lincoln News-Record for over 50 years.
A reflection attributed to L. E. Landon noting that full engagement in work or duty often preserves happiness and purpose, contrasting with idleness and discontent. The saying emphasizes purposeful activity as a buffer against misery.
The Financial Post reports collectors face tougher conditions as demand for collection agency services rises. Banks grant credit extensions to manufacturers and retailers, while many customers pay slowly. one credit manager notes payment is still coming but with longer delays and more pressure.
Acton’s longtime businesses face a wave of ownership changes as Elliott Bros sell to Hol Hinton and William Cooper plans departure after decades. Rachlin’s wear shop passes to new owners and Brown’s Flat and Grocery closes after 20 years. Ballentine Motors becomes Anthony Little Motors amid broader town reshuffling.
The article notes plans for a Queen Elizabeth Highway route through Burlington Beach, with a bottleneck at Qecupanta and three homes affected. It also reports a 243 unit housing project on Harold Cleave property near Georgetown, aiming to start in about five weeks, under the National Housing Act with five roomed bungalows selling under 10 000.
The editor heads to Saskatoon for the annual convention of weekly editors from coast to coast. Aimed at exchanging experiences and broadening knowledge, the gathering includes rodeo events and hospitality at the Bessborough Motel with western themed branding terms.
A 1903 report notes Eaques Township Council approved a four mill property tax and a 12/104 cent per dollar rate for broad measures. A Hassbull Club concert at the town hall drew strong patronage, with remarks praising the Gauthier Brownridge Company and soloists.
A garbled 1933 extract recalls August 24 events with speakers Alyver Violet White and Miss Smethuest. It notes Boyhood Day services at a church, Acton activities, and a school talent night organized by Acton Hetatund. The piece includes mottos, community remarks, and a youth appeal praising deeds over words.
Directory listing shows Dr W G C Kenney physician in Acton at Symon Block 43A Mill St E with office and home numbers, Dr A J Buchanan dental surgeon in Leishman Block Mai St with X ray and hours, C F Leatherland lawyer notary public with office hours and phone, plus Oltee 2 phone. Also Acton Lever Hoskin accountants at 1805 Metropolitan Bldg Toronto, and funeral home The Victor B Rumley serving community with schedule of ambulances and service times listed.
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